"Spaccanapoli" is the old quarter and heart of Naples, Italy.
Naples is famed as the birthplace of pizza.
ANTIPASTI
We use Italian extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar from Modena.
Insalata Mista 8.00
Mesculin greens, Castelvetrano olives, cherry tomatoes
Prosciutto e Rucola 12.00
Prosciutto crudo, arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano
Antipasto Misto 12.00
Prosciutto Crudo, Sopressata, Biellese Finocchiona, Capiccollo, provolone cheese, grilled asparagus, Castelvetrano olives
Prosciutto e Bufala 15.00
Prosciutto crudo, mozzarella di bufala, basil
Caprese con Bufala 10.50
Mozzarella di bufala, cherry tomatoes, basil
Insalata Eoliana 9.00
New potatoes, cherry tomatoes, tuna, cucumber, arugula, onion, capers and caper berries dressed with olive oil and red wine vinegar
Insalata di Mare 10.00
Poached calamari, cuttlefish, shrimp, celery and kalamata olives,with lemon and olive oil
Zucchine alla Scapece 7.00
Fried zucchine marinated in white balsamic vinegar with fresh mint and garlic
Melanzane 8.50
Fried eggplant simmered with Italian imported tomatoes, basil and garlic
Grigliata di Verdure 8.00
Grilled eggplant, zucchini, red and yellow peppers, garlic
Alici Marinate 7.00
Marinated white anchovies served over arugula with cherry tomatoes and black olives
Fritti del Giorno 8.50
A daily election of fried specialities typical of Neapolitan street fare
PIZZE ROSSE
Traditional Red Sauce made withItalian Tomatoes, topped with Olive Oil
Marinara 9.50
Oregano, Garlic, Basil
Margherita 12.50
Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Basil
Funghi 13.00
Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Basil, Mushrooms
Salsiccia 13.00
Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Basil, ltalian Sausage
Funghi e Salsiccia 14.00
Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Basil, Mushrooms, Italian Sausage
Bufalina 15.50
Basil, Mozzarella di Bufala, Olive Oil
Diavola 16.00
Mozzarella di Bufala, Spicy Salami, Red Pepper Flakes, Basil
PIZZE BIANCHE
Made without Red Sauce, topped with Olive OilProsciutto e Rucola 16.00
Provola, Prosciutto di Parma, Arugula, Parmesan
Salsiccia e Broccoletti 14.00
Italian Sausage, Rapini, Fior di Latte Mozzarella
Bianca con Bufala 15.00
Mozzarella di Bufala, Basil
Bianca con Bufala e Rucola 15.50
Mozzarella di Bufala, Arugula, Basil
Sorrentina 15.50
Pomodorini, Mozzarella di Bufala, Basil
Quattro Formaggi 15.00
Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Ementhal, Fontina
Bianco Nero 16.00
Pecorino with Black Truffle, Fior di Latte Mozzarella, Porcini Mushrooms, White Truffle Oil
BIBITE
Sparkling Mineral Water (Ferrarelle/Smeraldina) 2.50Italian Soda: Chinotto/Aronciata/Limonata 2.00
Italian Peach Iced Tea 2.25
Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite 2.00
Campari 5.00
VINI
These wines are listed by varietal and may not be familiar by name to many American consumers, but make no mistake, they have been carefully selected by proprietor Jonathan Goldsmith as traditional pairings for authentic Southern Italian cuisine.
Please keep in mind that wine is a living thing and will evolve throughout a meal, especially with exposure to air.
VINO SPUMANTE
Prosecco di Valdobbiadene, Nino Franco NV (Veneto) 7 / 33
This traditional dry style italian sparkler is perfect to start a meal, or keep your palate clean throughout.
VINI BIANCHI
Biancollella, Tommasone '10 (Campania) 7 / 33
From the island of Ischia, this well structured white has round notes of ripe peach with crisp acidity and a dry finish. Ideal with antipasti and pizzas without tomato sauce.
Vermentino “Costamolino,” Argiolas '10 (Sardinia) 7 / 33
An intense, yet delicate bouquet of focused minerality and a hint of salinity reminding one of the strong breezes on the island of Sardinia.
Falanghina, Mastroberardino '10 (Campania) 7 / 33
Displays fresh aromas of citrus, pineapple and white flowers. This light-to-medium bodied fresh crisp white offers good structure and acidity.
Greco di Tufo, Mastroberardino '09 (Campania) 8.50 / 41
Smooth, elegant and structured, with firm acidity. Full bodied and almost creamy in texture. Luscious white fruit, clover honey, and a bone dry finish.
Lacryma Christi del Bianco, Mastroberardino '10 (Campania) 7.25 / 34
This white "Tears of Christ" from the slopes of Mount Vesuvious is all Coda di Volpe, the "tail of the fox" grape indigenous to Campania, medium bodied with minerality and tropical notes.
Muscat "Terre di Orazio," Cantina Venosa '10 (Campania) 7.25 / 34
This dry muscat has an exotic perfumed nose with spiced peach and apricot on the palate in a crisp, clean and dry frame.
Coda di Volpe, Terredora di Paolo '10 (Campania) 7.25 / 34
Mineral infused layers of orchard fruit and citrus, medium weight with a clean refreshing finish.
VINO ROSATO
Rosato, Argiolas '09 (Sardinia) 6.50 / 31
A blend of native varietals: cannonau, monica, carignano and bovale sardo. This voluptuous rosato boasts a rich salmon color. Fresh, bright and youthful, its intense flavors of wild berries and herbs are reminiscent of the Mediterranean.
VINI ROSSI
Montepulciano, Valle Reale '10 (Abruzzo) 6.50 / 31
The most widely planted red in the Abruzzo, a region located level with Rome and stretching east from the Appenines to the Adriatic. Pleasing red fruit with light earth and a clean finish.
Costera, Argiolas '08 (Sardinia) 6.50 / 31
From the island of Sardinia, comes this rich red. This wine offers
seductive aromas of ripe black cherries, pepper, and licorice. Warm
and full-bodied on the palate, with excellent texture, and pleasant
Tannins (90% Cannonau, 5% Bovale Sardo and 5% Carignano).
Duca San Felice Ciro Rosso RSV, Librandi '08 (Calabria) 7.50 / 35
Made from gaglioppo, a local grape of Greek origins. This wine offers
rich aromas of Mediterranean fruits such as figs and dates, sour cherry,
and tobacco with a hint of chocolate. Spicy flavors with balanced tannins.
Castel del Monte, Santa Lucia '08 (Puglia) 6.50 / 31
This wine from Puglia in the "boot heel" offers unusual complexity.
Made primarily from the local uva di troia grape it has dark garnet
color. The perfumed red fruit, herbal and earthy aromas lead to a
pleasant hint of bitterness on the finish.
Lacryma Christi del Rosso, Mastroberardino '10 (Campania) 7.25 / 34
This red "Tears of Christ" has intense color, with a full bouquet of cherry, plum, raspberry, and strawberry aromas supported by spiced pepper and clove. Well-structured and smooth, with refined tannins and a background of fruit and spice notes.
Primitivo di Manduria, Leone de Castris '09 (Puglia) 7 / 33
From the premium growing region for primitivo around the town of Manduria. Displays a juxtaposition of delicate floral nuance on the nose, with immense fruit concentration, supported by well developed tannins.
Etna Rosso, Terre Nere '09 (Sicily) 7 / 33
Nerello mascalese grown on the slopes of Mount Etna. A fresh vintage in the sophisticated style of an affordable red Burgundy.
Aglianico del Vulture "Terra de Vulcano," Bisceglia '08 (Basilicata) 7.50 / 35
Situated on the lower slopes of the extinct volcano, Mount Vulture, this fresh medium-bodied aglianico based wine has ripe cherry notes with cedar and licorice nuances in the finish.
Nero d'Avola "Lamuri," Tasca D'Almerita '09 (Sicily) 8 / 38
This single vineyard selection offers deep fruit concentration along a firm structure bolstered by oak aging.
Cerasuolo di Vittorio, Planeta '09 (Sicily) 8 / 38
A blend of Nero d'Avola and Frappato, two of Sicily's native sons. Bright red fruit notes prevail. The volcanic soils lend a hint of minerality to an otherwise silky finish.
Taurasi "Fatica Contadina," Terre di Paolo '05 (Campania) 10 / 48
Considered the noble wine of the south of Italy, Taurasi is made from 100% Aglianico and is full-bodied, wonderfully structured and expressive of dark fruits, perfume, tobacco, tea and spice.
VINI RISERVI
The wines showcased on this reserve list are expressions of a commitment to history, territory and culture. They are the result of the passion of a farmer/winemaker dedicated to resurrecting nearly extinct grape varietals and bringing to the world expressions of a terroir and culture of 1000 years ago. Some of these wines have reputations that are mythical and legendary. I had the good fortune to enjoy these wines on my travels to Italy and I returned home committed to searching for them and offering them to you my customers.
VINI BIANCHI
2007 Fiano di Avellino "Radici," Mastroberardino, Campania
Radici means 'roots' in Italian, which signifies the producer's devotion to safeguarding the indigenous varieties of ancient Irpinia. Straw yellow with aromas of pear, pineapple, acacia, toasted nut, honey and spring flowers. Excellent acidity, fine smoothness with a nutty, bitter almond finish.
2010 Pallagrello Bianco "Le Serole", Terre del Principe, Campania
Pallagrello Bianco is a white grape variety native to Campania. It was all but unknown until reintroduced to commercial viticulture by winemaker Peppe Mancini in the early 90's. Bright and rich in color, the wine offers exotic honey and marmalade on the nose expanding to rich quince, apple and vanilla on the palate.
VINI ROSSI
2007 Valle Reale Montepulciano "San Calisto," Abruzzo
San Calisto is Valle Reale's flagship wine. This muscular yet refined red is made from 100% Montepulciano grown in the San Calisto parcel, the oldest plot in the Valle Reale estate. This special vineyard is located in one of Italy's most beautiful national parks, surrounded by the majestic Gran Sasso mountain range. Here, he vines benefit from the high elevation, a wide diurnal temperature range, lots of cool, breezy ventilation and limestone rich soils. Deep, ruby-red in color, San Calisto offers layered aromas of ripe blackberries and crushed black cherries, followed by spicy notes of cassis, leather and Mediterranean wildflowers. A Montepulciano like no other.
2009 Terre Nere Etna Rosso "Calderara Sottana", Sicilia
Tenuta delle Terre Nere is located on Sicily's Mount Etna, a currently fashionable region that is set to challenge perceptions of Sicilian wines. These are believed to be the highest vineyards in Italy and Europe. The late-ripening indigenous Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Capuccio yield wines of notable aromatic complexity, with finessed tannins and aweightless quality that recalls Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo.
2007 Vigna Piancastelli, Terre del Principe, Campania
Piancastelli is a blend of ancient grape varietals pallagrello nero and casavecchia that are now championed by winemaker Peppe Mancini. This is a bold yet sumptuous wine with many layers of spice, pepper, plum, wild cherries and herbs.
2007 Sessantani, Feudi di San Marzano, Puglia
60-year-old primitivo vines. inky, tongue staining color with cherry jam and darker prune fruit, notes of tobacco and spice. Full-bodied well integrated, fine tannins, cocoa, coffee and vanilla on the oaky finish.
2007 Argiolas Korem, Sardegna
Argiolas Korem is a voluptuous, exotic red wine made with indigenous Bovale Sardo, Carignano and Cannonau grapes. Opaque ruby-red in color, this is a sophisticated wine with layered aromas of blackberry, wild berries, smoky minerality, leather, chocolate and a touch of savory spice. On the palate, the wine offers the same rich breadth of flavors, with incredible balance and velvety, fine-grained tannins.
1999 Mastroberadino Taurasi Radici Riserva, Campania
Mastroberardino is Campania's most recognized winery, established in the 1750s by winemaker Pietro di Mastro Berardino. Today, 10 generations later, the estate is still under the directionof the Mastroberadino family. Located in the town of Altripalda, in the ancient region ofIrpinia, this family-based firm has long championed the indigenous varieties of this region, none more famous than the Taurasi, Campania‘s first DOCG designated appellation.
Made from 100% Aglianico grapes, deep ruby red in color, this wine gives off a full, complex and intense bouquet redolent of tobacco, cherry, violet and berries. The Radici Taurasi Riserva is enveloping, elegant and persistent, with background notes of plum, bitter cherry, strawberry jam and black pepper. This wine is meant to live for years and we are so happy to have this older vintage available to us.
2003 Mastroberadino Taurasi Historia, Campania
Named after Pliny the Elder's historical tome, Naturalis Historia is sourced from a single-vineyard, Mirabella Eclano, which is known for its high quality potential from very old vines - up to forty years-old. Very structured and long-lived, this wine is considered the flagship of this ancient, volcanic Irpinian terroir. Intense ruby-red in color with seductive aromas of violet, berries and chocolate. Naturalis Historia Taurasi is flavorful, full-bodied and velvety on the palate with a long, evolving finish
2005 Montevetrano, Colle Di Salerno, Campania
Montevetrano is a small zone in the hills near the commune of San Cipriano Picentino, not far from Salerno. Fashion photographer Silvia Imparato collaborated with famed winemaker Riccardo Cotarella to make a wine to enjoy with her friends. The result caused renown wine writer Robert Parker to stop the press printing his "Wine Advocate" to declare he found the Sassicaia of Southern Italy. That was the first vintage 1991. The inspiration for this blend of classic French varietals blended with the indigenous Campanian king - Aglianico. Montevetrano is deep garnet and shows an intense bouquet of blackberries, cedar, black currant, licorice, tobacco, earth and leather. On the palate, Montevetrano is full-bodied, yet elegant with fine-grained tannins and rich, silky texture. Montevetrano is one of the most sought-after wines from Italy.
2008 Galardi Terra Di Lavoro, Roccamonfina, Campania
The name of this praised icon wine or "Land of Work" in Italian, reflects the soil composition in the area which is extremely rocky, thus difficult to cultivate. Yields and overall volume are very low; only a few thousand bottles are produced each year. In this challenging environment, Aglianico and its supporting grape Piedirosso produce wines of incredible depth, complexity and elegance. The wine is deep purple in color with smoky, earthy aromas and seductive hints of tobacco and graphite. Notes of ripe black cherries, cassis, tobacco and leather come through on the palate of this big-structured, full-bodied wine.
2004 Mastroberadino Villa Dei Misteri, Campania
The Italian government granted the Mastroberadino family the permission to plant vines in the archeological site of the famous city of Pompei. Villa dei misteri is a Pompeian IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica - Typical Geographical Information). Grapes used are 90% Piedirosso and 10% Sciascinoso. Its bouquet is complex, full and persistent, spicy and fruited. Its flavour is full, balanced, structured. Only 1800 bottles produced.
BIRRE
Peroni 4.00Moretti 4.00
Moretti La Rossa 4.00
Menabrea 4.00
DOLCI
Tiramisù 4.50
Luxurious layers of mascarpone and ladyfingers delicately soaked in espresso
Spumoni 4.50
Pistachio, rum, strawberry and chocolate ice cream, with a whipped cream
and candied fruit center
Gelati/Sorbetti 4.50
Panna, cappuccino, nocciola, chocolate, pistachio and raspberry
Tartufo 4.50
Zabaione rolled in chocolate mousse gelato, crushed hazelnuts and cocoa powder
Zabaglione 5.00
A creamy custard made with Marsala wine
Panna Cotta 5.00
A smooth, eggless vanilla custard, served with a pear balsamic compote
Nutella 8.00
A battilocchio style focaccia with hazelnut cream and confectionery sugar
CAFFE
Espresso 2.00Espresso Doppio 3.00
Cappuccino 3.00
LIQUORI
Mirto 6.00
Red myrtle berries from Sardinia make this unique, violet red liqueur. Bittersweet taste backed by mint, eucalyptus, juniper, spices, and herbal aromas
Limoncello 5.00
Crafted from a generations-old recipe and strictly regulated by the Terre delle Sirene consortium of lemon farmers and producers from Capri and Sorrento. Intense lemon verbena and meringue flavors, with just enough sweetness to balance its lemon/citrus character
Acqua di Cedro 6.00
A traditional citron flavored drink known as the noble cousin of Limoncello. Distinct lemon citrus aroma and flavor. This sweet infusion is rich and full-bodied, yet delicate on the finish
Averna 5.00
Herbs, roots and citrus rinds with a touch of caramel. A Sicilian digestive dating to the early 18th century
Strega 5.00
Originating in Benevento, Strega is a complex yet smooth blend of over 70 herbs and spices, with notes of fennel and mint. Vibrant saffron gold color
Cynar 5.00
A lesser known but equally complex bitter, this artichoke based digestive is enriched with 13 herbs and plants
Amaro Lucano 5.00
An ancient recipe based on rare herbs and roots with an unmistakable flavor. Sweet black nut and fruit notes, and a long mysterious finish. A classic Italian digestive
Amaro Nardini 6.00
An infusion of alcohol, bitter orange, peppermint, and alpine gentian root. A smooth digestive with a distinct licorice aftertaste. Well-balanced, herbal, and fruity, with an intense chocolate brown color
Amaro Nonino 6.00
Amber colored digestive infused with herbs, caramelized sugar, and bitter orange. Matured for over 5 years in oak barrels
Sambuca 6.00
Of mysterious origins, the essence of Sambuca combines star anise and elderberry.
Mistra 6.00
Nardini has been producing this ancient spirit since the 1800’s. Made from the prized star anise, a plant with medicinal and mystic uses
Grappa 6.00
A member of the brandy family. Intense woodsy notes create heat on the palate
VINI DOLCI
Moscato d'Asti, Villa Giada (Piemonte) 5.00
A refreshing, delicate bouquet of peach, pear, and the textbook citrus blossom. An elegant, slightly sweet sparkling wine
L'Autentica, Cantine del Notaio (Basilicata) 6.00
Intense aromas of raisin and date lead to refined apricot jam and darker candied fruit on the palate. Honey, hazelnut, and vanilla oak hang on the long finish
Passito di Pantelleria, Ferrandes (Sicily) 6.00
Aromatic bouquet, reminiscent of dried apricot, fig, hazel nut, nutmeg, and vanilla. Balanced acidity with a clean, polished finish
